Random notes section from skype conversation
focus ====> ability to connect, play and discover
how do kids adapt? make it real? challenge kids to bring technology along with them?
challenge kids to make it relevant! Look at empowerment of these tools/phones. Use it at the right time in the right way. Being able to be texted means you exist and are relevant to the world. Micro economies in Africa -> farmers markets. Look at "ductaping our way through" - doing it by any means possible. Make it happen! Don't wait for the perfect plan, space, etc. Just be bold and pull it off! empower schools to be much more relevant.
Current Teaching Assignments:
Approaches to Learning (ATL = pre-AVID implementation classes)
Advanced Algebra
Course 2 (seventh grade math)
Needs for ATL:
Circle meeting for whole class check-in
Practice for note-taking (teacher instruction) at tables/desks
Group projects for practicing specific skills
Tutorial meeting areas for small group instruction at tables
space to display: college information, student goals, motivational stuff
Computer access to research colleges etc.
Needs for Math
Smart board for video demos, power points
Computers for individual video demos, online practice, "ready to go on" quizzes
Tables to work
Group work stations for differentiated assignments
space to display: current vocabulary, projects
General needs
windows
storage areas
other ideas to connect to
kitchen equipment (cooking fractions)
sewing supplies (quilting, measurement, geometry)
woodshop (build)
focus ====> ability to connect, play and discover
how do kids adapt? make it real? challenge kids to bring technology along with them?
challenge kids to make it relevant! Look at empowerment of these tools/phones. Use it at the right time in the right way. Being able to be texted means you exist and are relevant to the world. Micro economies in Africa -> farmers markets. Look at "ductaping our way through" - doing it by any means possible. Make it happen! Don't wait for the perfect plan, space, etc. Just be bold and pull it off! empower schools to be much more relevant.
Current Teaching Assignments:
Approaches to Learning (ATL = pre-AVID implementation classes)
Advanced Algebra
Course 2 (seventh grade math)
Needs for ATL:
Circle meeting for whole class check-in
Practice for note-taking (teacher instruction) at tables/desks
Group projects for practicing specific skills
Tutorial meeting areas for small group instruction at tables
space to display: college information, student goals, motivational stuff
Computer access to research colleges etc.
Needs for Math
Smart board for video demos, power points
Computers for individual video demos, online practice, "ready to go on" quizzes
Tables to work
Group work stations for differentiated assignments
space to display: current vocabulary, projects
General needs
windows
storage areas
other ideas to connect to
kitchen equipment (cooking fractions)
sewing supplies (quilting, measurement, geometry)
woodshop (build)